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| Name | WondaGurl |
| Birth name | Ebony Naomi Oshunrinde |
| Birth date | 1996-10-28 |
| Birth place | Scarborough, Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Years active | 2011–present |
| Occupation | Record producer, songwriter, composer |
| Instruments | Digital audio workstation, sampler, keyboard |
WondaGurl Ebony Naomi Oshunrinde (born October 28, 1996), known professionally by her stage name, is a Canadian record producer and songwriter noted for her work in hip hop and contemporary R&B. She first gained prominence in the early 2010s through collaborations with prominent North American artists and has since become a sought-after producer within mainstream and independent circles. Her career bridges Toronto's music scene with international hip hop and pop markets.
Born in Scarborough, Ontario, she grew up in the Toronto metropolitan area and began creating beats in adolescence using a digital audio workstation and sampler. As a youth she attended local music programs and engaged with Toronto-area scenes including Scarborough and North York, drawing inspiration from producers and artists in nearby hubs like Brampton and Mississauga. Early exposure to producers and engineers from venues and studios linked to the Greater Toronto Area informed her technical development.
Her initial industry visibility came after submitting beats and collaborating with artists in Toronto and later connecting with figures in Vancouver and the United States. A breakthrough moment occurred when a beat she produced was selected by an established rapper during a studio session linked to a major-label project, leading to credits on commercially released singles and albums. Subsequent placements on albums by high-profile acts from Toronto, Los Angeles, Atlanta, and New York accelerated her profile, resulting in work alongside record labels and management teams associated with global distribution, touring, and publishing.
Her production style is characterized by dark, atmospheric textures, sparse percussion, heavy sub-bass, and creative use of vocal samples and synths, reflecting influence from producers and artists across multiple regions. Stylistic antecedents include figures known for trap, cloud rap, and experimental R&B production who rose to prominence in scenes such as Atlanta, Los Angeles, London, and Toronto. She cites inspiration from producers and musicians who have worked with artists from labels and collectives prominent in North American and European markets, incorporating techniques associated with sampling culture, beat-making workflows, and modern pop production.
She has produced tracks and contributed to projects for well-known performers and recording artists across hip hop and R&B, securing credits on albums and singles that achieved chart recognition and critical attention. Collaborations include work with chart-topping rappers and vocalists from Toronto, Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta, and international artists from the United Kingdom and Africa. Her work appears on releases affiliated with major record labels and independent imprints, involved in campaigns, streaming playlists, and award-nominated albums. Notable sessions and credits span studios, touring productions, and soundtrack contributions connected to film and television producers and music supervisors.
Her production work has been acknowledged through industry awards, nominations, and producer credits on commercially successful releases. She has been recognized by organizations and ceremonies that celebrate achievements in popular music, receiving nominations and wins that reflect both songwriting and production accomplishments. Industry press, trade publications, and year-end lists have highlighted her among influential young producers contributing to contemporary hip hop and R&B trends.
She has spoken publicly about mentorship, representation, and opportunities for young producers, engaging in initiatives related to music education and community programs within Toronto and beyond. Her advocacy emphasizes access to studio resources, mentorship for women and producers of African descent, and support for local arts organizations and youth-focused cultural programs. She maintains ties to her hometown while collaborating with a network of artists, managers, and industry professionals across North America and internationally.
Category:1996 births Category:Canadian record producers Category:People from Scarborough, Toronto